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Page 1: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

INNOVATION in The Living City

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority ANNUAL REPORT

2015

2 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Message from the CEO Noted economist and professor Theodore Levitt once said ldquoCreativity is thinking up new things Innovation is doing new thingsrdquo When it comes to the past six decades of progress made by Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) I couldnrsquot agree more

We strive to bring innovation to everything we do at TRCA Itrsquos in the way we see potential in the ordinary solve problems in creative and effective ways and even in the way we communicate with our municipal partners our staff volunteers and members of the public Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment shared by everyone here on a daily basis Itrsquos what drives us to do more to do better It takes innovation to achieve that outcome in our rapidly growing urban region

This Annual Report celebrates how TRCA innovates From advances in flood management technology to the reimagining of the Mouth of the Don River to progressive programming aimed at engaging more people to take part in conservation efforts TRCA has found new and interesting ways of becoming both more efficient and effective in its work For us itrsquos helping to create The Living City that keeps us striving to improve what we do and how we do it

In my mind however one thing is clear Our success our innovation comes as a direct result of the shared values and like-mindedness of the communities we serve and the leadership exhibited by our partners and friends Indeed we are better together

TRCA is about to celebrate its 60th birthday and all the progress wersquove made to date We are obliged to continue the contributions to our rich organizational legacy

As we look to the future 2015 may prove to be the tipping point when actions to address climate change started to accelerate More concentrated work is needed to stop the devastating effects of climate change already being felt around the world Doing nothing is not an option Taking action now to prevent the potential for destruction is an imperative Our future depends on it TRCA is determined to do its part in finding answers to adapting and mitigating climate change Wersquore taking steps now and Irsquom encouraged by the work thatrsquos underway

As we celebrate the progress of 2015 I wish to thank everyone for helping TRCA become a leader in both innovative thinking and behavior In the year ahead we will continue to build on our successes and challenge ourselves to contribute even more to one of the greatest urban regions on Earth

Thank you

Brian Denney Chief Executive Officer

3 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Message from the Chair InnovationhellipItrsquos a simple but powerful word It speaks of doing things in creative ground-breaking ways It speaks of going against the grain and rejecting the status quo It speaks of determination to make things better often in ways we could have hardly imagined

For 60 years TRCA has protected and preserved the natural world As Chair of the Authority I have seen first-hand how it embodies innovation From the restoration of wildlife habitats reparation of ravines naturalization of the Mouth of the Don and engagement of the public at Black Creek Pioneer Village TRCA advances modern and effective methods We strive to strike a balance between our role as guardians of nature while remaining nimble enough to adapt to the challenges of urban pressures

The effects of climate change are felt worldwide and the Greater Toronto Area is no exception Destructive storm events as the one of July 2013 that caused unprecedented damage across our region are expected to become more regular and more intense In preparation TRCA is taking innovative approaches further endeavouring to adapt and mitigate climate change in the years to come

Every day with the support of municipal partners volunteers and the public dedicated TRCA staff work tirelessly to preserve what we hold dear ndash the natural world we cherish Together progress is being made Species that were thought to be long gone are returning to restored habitats Armed with new insights some developers are collaborating with TRCA on projects that keep the environment as a top priority There is renewed hope all due to the innovative efforts made along the way

I am proud to be a member of this organization that leads by example and puts its learnings into practice every day As we look to the path ahead I have every confidence the future of TRCA is a bright and promising one

Maria Augimeri Chair

4 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull TRCArsquos Etobicoke Mimico team developed a Young Tree

Monitoring android app which allows volunteers to use smartphones andor tablets to help collect the data and images in the field and upload them to a database Data collected through this program helps TRCA monitor the health of newly planted sites and provides volunteers with opportunities to learn valuable ID skills

bull 40 hectares of land was restored in the creation of the Scarborough Centre Butterfly Trail ndashpart of the Gatineau Hydro Corridor Revitalization Project which converts ecologically barren mown grass to a natural meadow and multi-use trails

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATERSHED STUDIES AND STRATEGIES

3000 visitors attended Richmond Hillrsquos Mill Pond Splash to learn about restoration work and valuable environmental principles

4 Watershed tree caching trails were installed in the Humber River and Etobicoke Creek watersheds incorporating over 60 caches attracting 200 users to this unique nature experience

250 cyclists rode the Etobicoke Creek Trail for the 2nd Annual Bike the Creek event to better understand and appreciate the natural and cultural heritage of Brampton and Caledon

36 per cent increase in land base to the Rouge National Urban Park which now includes the Township of Uxbridge in Duffins Creek watershed

1500 people went to See the Salmon Run to connect with the beautiful natural ecosystem found right in their backyard

260 participants raised funds for watershed stewardship and gained a greater awareness to the importance of watershed health and at The 3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival at Heart Lake

100 participants came together for a two-day workshop at TRCArsquos Claremont Outdoor Education Centre to further collaboration on Great Lakes work

5

325 boats paddled the Don River for The Annual Maulife Paddle the Don to raise money for watershed conservation projects and programs

4500 lbs of garbage and litter was removed from natural areas during the 4th Annual Watershed wide cleanup in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watersheds ndash part of the Canadian Shoreline Cleanup

In 2015 TRCA and the Region of Durham formed a partnership to collaboratively complete a watershed plan for Carruthers Creek watershed which will also involve staff from the municipalities of Ajax and Pickering

6 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Flooding or Port Lands flooding protection project

Innovative Insights bull TRCA developed the first geo-spatial tracking system to

demonstrate where stormwater treatment measures have been implemented to document their performance This tool will aid our municipal partners to operate and maintain these facilities

bull The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change approved the first CTC Source Water Protection Plan to address threats to local drinking water supplies This marks the beginning of a multi-stakeholder approach and development of effective protection of source water in our region

bull TRCArsquos long-term planning activities with Waterfront Toronto and the City of Toronto regarding the mouth of the Don River have culminated in the approval of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Project EA by the Provincial Ministry of the Environment Energy and Climate Change on January 28 2015 With these approvals the Environmental Assessment Master Plan EA for the adjoining Lower Don Lands undertaken by Waterfront Toronto City of Toronto and TTC also came into effect

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATER RISK MANAGEMENT

16 flood messages issued in 2015 helped municipal partners school boards and the media with timely information about flood risks and keep the public safe

11888 users logged in to TRCArsquos real-time gauging website in 2015 which provides current and trending information about water levels in rivers and reservoirs

117 policies written in the CTC Source Water Protection Plan outlined effective strategies to eliminate risks to our local drinking water supplies

$5000000 was authorized by The City of Toronto to be available for Waterfront Toronto TRCA the City of Toronto and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to proceed with due diligence studies for the Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project

10 homes in Etobicoke were protected from future slope instability and erosion using geotechnical modeling solutions and materials New bioengineering techniques and an innovative Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) system were used to stabilize riverbanks and valley slopes

7

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

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Page 2: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

2 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Message from the CEO Noted economist and professor Theodore Levitt once said ldquoCreativity is thinking up new things Innovation is doing new thingsrdquo When it comes to the past six decades of progress made by Toronto and Region Conservation (TRCA) I couldnrsquot agree more

We strive to bring innovation to everything we do at TRCA Itrsquos in the way we see potential in the ordinary solve problems in creative and effective ways and even in the way we communicate with our municipal partners our staff volunteers and members of the public Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment shared by everyone here on a daily basis Itrsquos what drives us to do more to do better It takes innovation to achieve that outcome in our rapidly growing urban region

This Annual Report celebrates how TRCA innovates From advances in flood management technology to the reimagining of the Mouth of the Don River to progressive programming aimed at engaging more people to take part in conservation efforts TRCA has found new and interesting ways of becoming both more efficient and effective in its work For us itrsquos helping to create The Living City that keeps us striving to improve what we do and how we do it

In my mind however one thing is clear Our success our innovation comes as a direct result of the shared values and like-mindedness of the communities we serve and the leadership exhibited by our partners and friends Indeed we are better together

TRCA is about to celebrate its 60th birthday and all the progress wersquove made to date We are obliged to continue the contributions to our rich organizational legacy

As we look to the future 2015 may prove to be the tipping point when actions to address climate change started to accelerate More concentrated work is needed to stop the devastating effects of climate change already being felt around the world Doing nothing is not an option Taking action now to prevent the potential for destruction is an imperative Our future depends on it TRCA is determined to do its part in finding answers to adapting and mitigating climate change Wersquore taking steps now and Irsquom encouraged by the work thatrsquos underway

As we celebrate the progress of 2015 I wish to thank everyone for helping TRCA become a leader in both innovative thinking and behavior In the year ahead we will continue to build on our successes and challenge ourselves to contribute even more to one of the greatest urban regions on Earth

Thank you

Brian Denney Chief Executive Officer

3 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Message from the Chair InnovationhellipItrsquos a simple but powerful word It speaks of doing things in creative ground-breaking ways It speaks of going against the grain and rejecting the status quo It speaks of determination to make things better often in ways we could have hardly imagined

For 60 years TRCA has protected and preserved the natural world As Chair of the Authority I have seen first-hand how it embodies innovation From the restoration of wildlife habitats reparation of ravines naturalization of the Mouth of the Don and engagement of the public at Black Creek Pioneer Village TRCA advances modern and effective methods We strive to strike a balance between our role as guardians of nature while remaining nimble enough to adapt to the challenges of urban pressures

The effects of climate change are felt worldwide and the Greater Toronto Area is no exception Destructive storm events as the one of July 2013 that caused unprecedented damage across our region are expected to become more regular and more intense In preparation TRCA is taking innovative approaches further endeavouring to adapt and mitigate climate change in the years to come

Every day with the support of municipal partners volunteers and the public dedicated TRCA staff work tirelessly to preserve what we hold dear ndash the natural world we cherish Together progress is being made Species that were thought to be long gone are returning to restored habitats Armed with new insights some developers are collaborating with TRCA on projects that keep the environment as a top priority There is renewed hope all due to the innovative efforts made along the way

I am proud to be a member of this organization that leads by example and puts its learnings into practice every day As we look to the path ahead I have every confidence the future of TRCA is a bright and promising one

Maria Augimeri Chair

4 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull TRCArsquos Etobicoke Mimico team developed a Young Tree

Monitoring android app which allows volunteers to use smartphones andor tablets to help collect the data and images in the field and upload them to a database Data collected through this program helps TRCA monitor the health of newly planted sites and provides volunteers with opportunities to learn valuable ID skills

bull 40 hectares of land was restored in the creation of the Scarborough Centre Butterfly Trail ndashpart of the Gatineau Hydro Corridor Revitalization Project which converts ecologically barren mown grass to a natural meadow and multi-use trails

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATERSHED STUDIES AND STRATEGIES

3000 visitors attended Richmond Hillrsquos Mill Pond Splash to learn about restoration work and valuable environmental principles

4 Watershed tree caching trails were installed in the Humber River and Etobicoke Creek watersheds incorporating over 60 caches attracting 200 users to this unique nature experience

250 cyclists rode the Etobicoke Creek Trail for the 2nd Annual Bike the Creek event to better understand and appreciate the natural and cultural heritage of Brampton and Caledon

36 per cent increase in land base to the Rouge National Urban Park which now includes the Township of Uxbridge in Duffins Creek watershed

1500 people went to See the Salmon Run to connect with the beautiful natural ecosystem found right in their backyard

260 participants raised funds for watershed stewardship and gained a greater awareness to the importance of watershed health and at The 3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival at Heart Lake

100 participants came together for a two-day workshop at TRCArsquos Claremont Outdoor Education Centre to further collaboration on Great Lakes work

5

325 boats paddled the Don River for The Annual Maulife Paddle the Don to raise money for watershed conservation projects and programs

4500 lbs of garbage and litter was removed from natural areas during the 4th Annual Watershed wide cleanup in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watersheds ndash part of the Canadian Shoreline Cleanup

In 2015 TRCA and the Region of Durham formed a partnership to collaboratively complete a watershed plan for Carruthers Creek watershed which will also involve staff from the municipalities of Ajax and Pickering

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Flooding or Port Lands flooding protection project

Innovative Insights bull TRCA developed the first geo-spatial tracking system to

demonstrate where stormwater treatment measures have been implemented to document their performance This tool will aid our municipal partners to operate and maintain these facilities

bull The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change approved the first CTC Source Water Protection Plan to address threats to local drinking water supplies This marks the beginning of a multi-stakeholder approach and development of effective protection of source water in our region

bull TRCArsquos long-term planning activities with Waterfront Toronto and the City of Toronto regarding the mouth of the Don River have culminated in the approval of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Project EA by the Provincial Ministry of the Environment Energy and Climate Change on January 28 2015 With these approvals the Environmental Assessment Master Plan EA for the adjoining Lower Don Lands undertaken by Waterfront Toronto City of Toronto and TTC also came into effect

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATER RISK MANAGEMENT

16 flood messages issued in 2015 helped municipal partners school boards and the media with timely information about flood risks and keep the public safe

11888 users logged in to TRCArsquos real-time gauging website in 2015 which provides current and trending information about water levels in rivers and reservoirs

117 policies written in the CTC Source Water Protection Plan outlined effective strategies to eliminate risks to our local drinking water supplies

$5000000 was authorized by The City of Toronto to be available for Waterfront Toronto TRCA the City of Toronto and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to proceed with due diligence studies for the Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project

10 homes in Etobicoke were protected from future slope instability and erosion using geotechnical modeling solutions and materials New bioengineering techniques and an innovative Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) system were used to stabilize riverbanks and valley slopes

7

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

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12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

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20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 3: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

3 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Message from the Chair InnovationhellipItrsquos a simple but powerful word It speaks of doing things in creative ground-breaking ways It speaks of going against the grain and rejecting the status quo It speaks of determination to make things better often in ways we could have hardly imagined

For 60 years TRCA has protected and preserved the natural world As Chair of the Authority I have seen first-hand how it embodies innovation From the restoration of wildlife habitats reparation of ravines naturalization of the Mouth of the Don and engagement of the public at Black Creek Pioneer Village TRCA advances modern and effective methods We strive to strike a balance between our role as guardians of nature while remaining nimble enough to adapt to the challenges of urban pressures

The effects of climate change are felt worldwide and the Greater Toronto Area is no exception Destructive storm events as the one of July 2013 that caused unprecedented damage across our region are expected to become more regular and more intense In preparation TRCA is taking innovative approaches further endeavouring to adapt and mitigate climate change in the years to come

Every day with the support of municipal partners volunteers and the public dedicated TRCA staff work tirelessly to preserve what we hold dear ndash the natural world we cherish Together progress is being made Species that were thought to be long gone are returning to restored habitats Armed with new insights some developers are collaborating with TRCA on projects that keep the environment as a top priority There is renewed hope all due to the innovative efforts made along the way

I am proud to be a member of this organization that leads by example and puts its learnings into practice every day As we look to the path ahead I have every confidence the future of TRCA is a bright and promising one

Maria Augimeri Chair

4 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull TRCArsquos Etobicoke Mimico team developed a Young Tree

Monitoring android app which allows volunteers to use smartphones andor tablets to help collect the data and images in the field and upload them to a database Data collected through this program helps TRCA monitor the health of newly planted sites and provides volunteers with opportunities to learn valuable ID skills

bull 40 hectares of land was restored in the creation of the Scarborough Centre Butterfly Trail ndashpart of the Gatineau Hydro Corridor Revitalization Project which converts ecologically barren mown grass to a natural meadow and multi-use trails

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATERSHED STUDIES AND STRATEGIES

3000 visitors attended Richmond Hillrsquos Mill Pond Splash to learn about restoration work and valuable environmental principles

4 Watershed tree caching trails were installed in the Humber River and Etobicoke Creek watersheds incorporating over 60 caches attracting 200 users to this unique nature experience

250 cyclists rode the Etobicoke Creek Trail for the 2nd Annual Bike the Creek event to better understand and appreciate the natural and cultural heritage of Brampton and Caledon

36 per cent increase in land base to the Rouge National Urban Park which now includes the Township of Uxbridge in Duffins Creek watershed

1500 people went to See the Salmon Run to connect with the beautiful natural ecosystem found right in their backyard

260 participants raised funds for watershed stewardship and gained a greater awareness to the importance of watershed health and at The 3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival at Heart Lake

100 participants came together for a two-day workshop at TRCArsquos Claremont Outdoor Education Centre to further collaboration on Great Lakes work

5

325 boats paddled the Don River for The Annual Maulife Paddle the Don to raise money for watershed conservation projects and programs

4500 lbs of garbage and litter was removed from natural areas during the 4th Annual Watershed wide cleanup in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watersheds ndash part of the Canadian Shoreline Cleanup

In 2015 TRCA and the Region of Durham formed a partnership to collaboratively complete a watershed plan for Carruthers Creek watershed which will also involve staff from the municipalities of Ajax and Pickering

6 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Flooding or Port Lands flooding protection project

Innovative Insights bull TRCA developed the first geo-spatial tracking system to

demonstrate where stormwater treatment measures have been implemented to document their performance This tool will aid our municipal partners to operate and maintain these facilities

bull The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change approved the first CTC Source Water Protection Plan to address threats to local drinking water supplies This marks the beginning of a multi-stakeholder approach and development of effective protection of source water in our region

bull TRCArsquos long-term planning activities with Waterfront Toronto and the City of Toronto regarding the mouth of the Don River have culminated in the approval of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Project EA by the Provincial Ministry of the Environment Energy and Climate Change on January 28 2015 With these approvals the Environmental Assessment Master Plan EA for the adjoining Lower Don Lands undertaken by Waterfront Toronto City of Toronto and TTC also came into effect

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATER RISK MANAGEMENT

16 flood messages issued in 2015 helped municipal partners school boards and the media with timely information about flood risks and keep the public safe

11888 users logged in to TRCArsquos real-time gauging website in 2015 which provides current and trending information about water levels in rivers and reservoirs

117 policies written in the CTC Source Water Protection Plan outlined effective strategies to eliminate risks to our local drinking water supplies

$5000000 was authorized by The City of Toronto to be available for Waterfront Toronto TRCA the City of Toronto and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to proceed with due diligence studies for the Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project

10 homes in Etobicoke were protected from future slope instability and erosion using geotechnical modeling solutions and materials New bioengineering techniques and an innovative Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) system were used to stabilize riverbanks and valley slopes

7

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

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20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

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4 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull TRCArsquos Etobicoke Mimico team developed a Young Tree

Monitoring android app which allows volunteers to use smartphones andor tablets to help collect the data and images in the field and upload them to a database Data collected through this program helps TRCA monitor the health of newly planted sites and provides volunteers with opportunities to learn valuable ID skills

bull 40 hectares of land was restored in the creation of the Scarborough Centre Butterfly Trail ndashpart of the Gatineau Hydro Corridor Revitalization Project which converts ecologically barren mown grass to a natural meadow and multi-use trails

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATERSHED STUDIES AND STRATEGIES

3000 visitors attended Richmond Hillrsquos Mill Pond Splash to learn about restoration work and valuable environmental principles

4 Watershed tree caching trails were installed in the Humber River and Etobicoke Creek watersheds incorporating over 60 caches attracting 200 users to this unique nature experience

250 cyclists rode the Etobicoke Creek Trail for the 2nd Annual Bike the Creek event to better understand and appreciate the natural and cultural heritage of Brampton and Caledon

36 per cent increase in land base to the Rouge National Urban Park which now includes the Township of Uxbridge in Duffins Creek watershed

1500 people went to See the Salmon Run to connect with the beautiful natural ecosystem found right in their backyard

260 participants raised funds for watershed stewardship and gained a greater awareness to the importance of watershed health and at The 3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival at Heart Lake

100 participants came together for a two-day workshop at TRCArsquos Claremont Outdoor Education Centre to further collaboration on Great Lakes work

5

325 boats paddled the Don River for The Annual Maulife Paddle the Don to raise money for watershed conservation projects and programs

4500 lbs of garbage and litter was removed from natural areas during the 4th Annual Watershed wide cleanup in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watersheds ndash part of the Canadian Shoreline Cleanup

In 2015 TRCA and the Region of Durham formed a partnership to collaboratively complete a watershed plan for Carruthers Creek watershed which will also involve staff from the municipalities of Ajax and Pickering

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Flooding or Port Lands flooding protection project

Innovative Insights bull TRCA developed the first geo-spatial tracking system to

demonstrate where stormwater treatment measures have been implemented to document their performance This tool will aid our municipal partners to operate and maintain these facilities

bull The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change approved the first CTC Source Water Protection Plan to address threats to local drinking water supplies This marks the beginning of a multi-stakeholder approach and development of effective protection of source water in our region

bull TRCArsquos long-term planning activities with Waterfront Toronto and the City of Toronto regarding the mouth of the Don River have culminated in the approval of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Project EA by the Provincial Ministry of the Environment Energy and Climate Change on January 28 2015 With these approvals the Environmental Assessment Master Plan EA for the adjoining Lower Don Lands undertaken by Waterfront Toronto City of Toronto and TTC also came into effect

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATER RISK MANAGEMENT

16 flood messages issued in 2015 helped municipal partners school boards and the media with timely information about flood risks and keep the public safe

11888 users logged in to TRCArsquos real-time gauging website in 2015 which provides current and trending information about water levels in rivers and reservoirs

117 policies written in the CTC Source Water Protection Plan outlined effective strategies to eliminate risks to our local drinking water supplies

$5000000 was authorized by The City of Toronto to be available for Waterfront Toronto TRCA the City of Toronto and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to proceed with due diligence studies for the Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project

10 homes in Etobicoke were protected from future slope instability and erosion using geotechnical modeling solutions and materials New bioengineering techniques and an innovative Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) system were used to stabilize riverbanks and valley slopes

7

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

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TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATERSHED STUDIES AND STRATEGIES

3000 visitors attended Richmond Hillrsquos Mill Pond Splash to learn about restoration work and valuable environmental principles

4 Watershed tree caching trails were installed in the Humber River and Etobicoke Creek watersheds incorporating over 60 caches attracting 200 users to this unique nature experience

250 cyclists rode the Etobicoke Creek Trail for the 2nd Annual Bike the Creek event to better understand and appreciate the natural and cultural heritage of Brampton and Caledon

36 per cent increase in land base to the Rouge National Urban Park which now includes the Township of Uxbridge in Duffins Creek watershed

1500 people went to See the Salmon Run to connect with the beautiful natural ecosystem found right in their backyard

260 participants raised funds for watershed stewardship and gained a greater awareness to the importance of watershed health and at The 3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival at Heart Lake

100 participants came together for a two-day workshop at TRCArsquos Claremont Outdoor Education Centre to further collaboration on Great Lakes work

5

325 boats paddled the Don River for The Annual Maulife Paddle the Don to raise money for watershed conservation projects and programs

4500 lbs of garbage and litter was removed from natural areas during the 4th Annual Watershed wide cleanup in the Etobicoke and Mimico Creeks watersheds ndash part of the Canadian Shoreline Cleanup

In 2015 TRCA and the Region of Durham formed a partnership to collaboratively complete a watershed plan for Carruthers Creek watershed which will also involve staff from the municipalities of Ajax and Pickering

6 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Flooding or Port Lands flooding protection project

Innovative Insights bull TRCA developed the first geo-spatial tracking system to

demonstrate where stormwater treatment measures have been implemented to document their performance This tool will aid our municipal partners to operate and maintain these facilities

bull The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change approved the first CTC Source Water Protection Plan to address threats to local drinking water supplies This marks the beginning of a multi-stakeholder approach and development of effective protection of source water in our region

bull TRCArsquos long-term planning activities with Waterfront Toronto and the City of Toronto regarding the mouth of the Don River have culminated in the approval of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Project EA by the Provincial Ministry of the Environment Energy and Climate Change on January 28 2015 With these approvals the Environmental Assessment Master Plan EA for the adjoining Lower Don Lands undertaken by Waterfront Toronto City of Toronto and TTC also came into effect

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATER RISK MANAGEMENT

16 flood messages issued in 2015 helped municipal partners school boards and the media with timely information about flood risks and keep the public safe

11888 users logged in to TRCArsquos real-time gauging website in 2015 which provides current and trending information about water levels in rivers and reservoirs

117 policies written in the CTC Source Water Protection Plan outlined effective strategies to eliminate risks to our local drinking water supplies

$5000000 was authorized by The City of Toronto to be available for Waterfront Toronto TRCA the City of Toronto and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to proceed with due diligence studies for the Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project

10 homes in Etobicoke were protected from future slope instability and erosion using geotechnical modeling solutions and materials New bioengineering techniques and an innovative Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) system were used to stabilize riverbanks and valley slopes

7

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

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Page 6: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

6 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Flooding or Port Lands flooding protection project

Innovative Insights bull TRCA developed the first geo-spatial tracking system to

demonstrate where stormwater treatment measures have been implemented to document their performance This tool will aid our municipal partners to operate and maintain these facilities

bull The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change approved the first CTC Source Water Protection Plan to address threats to local drinking water supplies This marks the beginning of a multi-stakeholder approach and development of effective protection of source water in our region

bull TRCArsquos long-term planning activities with Waterfront Toronto and the City of Toronto regarding the mouth of the Don River have culminated in the approval of the Don Mouth Naturalization and Port Lands Flood Protection Project EA by the Provincial Ministry of the Environment Energy and Climate Change on January 28 2015 With these approvals the Environmental Assessment Master Plan EA for the adjoining Lower Don Lands undertaken by Waterfront Toronto City of Toronto and TTC also came into effect

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATER RISK MANAGEMENT

16 flood messages issued in 2015 helped municipal partners school boards and the media with timely information about flood risks and keep the public safe

11888 users logged in to TRCArsquos real-time gauging website in 2015 which provides current and trending information about water levels in rivers and reservoirs

117 policies written in the CTC Source Water Protection Plan outlined effective strategies to eliminate risks to our local drinking water supplies

$5000000 was authorized by The City of Toronto to be available for Waterfront Toronto TRCA the City of Toronto and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to proceed with due diligence studies for the Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project

10 homes in Etobicoke were protected from future slope instability and erosion using geotechnical modeling solutions and materials New bioengineering techniques and an innovative Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) system were used to stabilize riverbanks and valley slopes

7

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 7: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

WATER RISK MANAGEMENT

16 flood messages issued in 2015 helped municipal partners school boards and the media with timely information about flood risks and keep the public safe

11888 users logged in to TRCArsquos real-time gauging website in 2015 which provides current and trending information about water levels in rivers and reservoirs

117 policies written in the CTC Source Water Protection Plan outlined effective strategies to eliminate risks to our local drinking water supplies

$5000000 was authorized by The City of Toronto to be available for Waterfront Toronto TRCA the City of Toronto and the Toronto Port Lands Company (TPLC) to proceed with due diligence studies for the Port Lands Flood Protection and Enabling Infrastructure Project

10 homes in Etobicoke were protected from future slope instability and erosion using geotechnical modeling solutions and materials New bioengineering techniques and an innovative Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) system were used to stabilize riverbanks and valley slopes

7

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 8: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

8 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull 2015 marked the pilot year for the stream crossing road

ecology study in the Humber and Rouge watersheds This work in partnership with the University of Toronto provides baseline data on the abundance of individual wildlife species crossing roads and document existing crossing structures

bull The Lakeview Waterfront Connection Project Environmental Assessment received approval from the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change on May 27 2015 This project will create a new natural park that will establish ecological and public linkages on the eastern Mississauga waterfront while at the same time maximize public benefit and value by reusing locally generated fill from Regional and City capital works projects to create the 26ha of coastal waterfront habitats

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 9: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

REGIONAL BIODIVERSITY

23592 hours of continuous wetland hydrological data collected for the Wetland Water Balance Project This data provides valuable long-term information about variations in wetland water levels

6238 m of riparian stream and shoreline were restored in 2015 At an average walking speed of 5 kmh it would take you an hour and 15 minutes to walk the length of the total land restored this past year

4 ha of coastal wetland created in efforts to transform a confined disposal facility into a 93 hectare coastal wetland habitat for fish and wildlife and a public greenspace for nature-based activities

9

8796 m valley slope were stabilized and restored throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction improving the safety of both residents and the public

11972611 data records were collected throughout 2015 which contribute to overall level of knowledge and awareness regarding the status of our natural spaces and species

279242 native trees shrubs and aquaticherbaceous plants were planted throughout TRCArsquos jurisdiction

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 10: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

10 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull An investment in survey and mapping technology has allowed us

to digitally map archeological sites in the field Together with LiDAR imaging we are able to generate accurate and detailed maps including 3D modelling of excavated sites This allows for more efficient analysis and provides interactive visual aids that can aid in interpretation of sites

bull 2015 was the first year TRCA worked in collaboration with Ontario Headwaters Institute (OHI) Together we hosted series of walks highlighting the unique features of headwaters across the TRCA jurisdiction specifically within the East Duffins Glen Major Forest and Granger Greenway and in return educating the public about the importance of headwaters

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 11: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

GREENSPACE SECUREMENT amp MANAGEMENT

1032 ha of lands acquired in 2015 bringing TRCArsquos total of lands secured to 18112 ha

4 public meetings 6 community input sessions held to engage the public and hear their thoughts regarding the Trail Strategy and Albion Hills Master Plan

594 m existing trail restored to optimum conditions for users to enjoy

56 km of trail mapped using specialized High Efficiency Trail Assessment Process (HETAP) equipment

15 km community trail build held by the Nashville Stewardship Committee brought the public and TRCA staff together to create more opportunities for nature recreation

62 archaeological assessments conducted over 53 acres

3000 archaeological artifacts were collected at 4 new sites

262 user surveys helped TRCA to better understand user needs and wants when planning for and managing our lands

1615 m new trail constructed to increase public access to recreation in nature

11

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 12: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

12 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull In 2015 Kortright Centrersquos success has come through

developing and maintaining partnerships with multiple agencies The partnerships included York Region Nature Collaborative Forest Schools Canada Dynamix York Region Early Intervention Services 5 Peaks Trail Running Series Urban Nature Store Royal Ontario Museum Ontario Nature Biodiversity Institute of Ontario and the McMichael Canadian Art Collection

bull A partnership with Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is helping to expand business development opportunities and public use through thelsquoExplore Togetherrsquo joint marketing and membership initiatives as well as conservationparksca website

bull New innovative and experience-based programs such as the ldquoHistory Actorrdquo series the ldquoGrow Gardenrdquo and ldquoDiscovery Stationsrdquo have made visitor experiences at Black Creek Pioneer Village more interactive and engaging than ever before

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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OP9

OP4 7

OP7

sup3plusmn

4 0 1

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403

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 13: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

13

TOURISM amp RECREATION

742000 people visited TRCA Conservation Parks in 2015 to take in the beauty and recreation opportunities our parks offer

5310 visitors engaged in pre-booked outdoor special events such as Family Day Kite Festival Honey Harvest Festival Kreepy Kortright and Christmas at Kortright Centre

122000 visitors came to Black Creek Pioneer Village in 2015 to experience life of a bygone era

350 young golfers took part in an eight-week Juniorsrsquo Program improving their skills at Bathurst Glen Golf Course

52000 + visitors came out to the Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at two TRCA conservation areas Brucersquos Mill and the Kortright Centre as well as Credit Valley Conservation Authorityrsquos Terra Cotta location

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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44

23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 14: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

14

Innovative Insights bull An innovative collaboration of nine Conservation Authorities

on the Oak Ridges Moraine the Conservation Authorities Moraine Coalition (CAMC) created a major contribution to the Provincial Review of the ORM Greenbelt Growth Plan and Niagara Escarpment Plan in 2015 with their formulation and publication of the Report Card on the Environmental Health of the ORM and adjacent Greenbelt Lands

bull TRCA planners provided valuable input to provincial reviews on the four Provincial Plans the Conservation Authorities Act Wetlands the Municipal Act and Bill 73 Many conservation authority comments that were related to watershed planning and research needs were incorporated into the Crombie Advisory Panel report as recommendations to improve the four Provincial Plans

bull Major accomplishments in 2015 include several Special Policy Area (SPA) review milestones upholding the provincial approval of the Woodbridge SPA in Vaughan before the OMB updated official plan policies for the Unionville SPA in Markham public consultation on the Bolton SPA update in Caledon a draft update to Richmond Hillrsquos Lake Wilcox SPA and the launch of both the Bram East SPA review in Brampton and Mississaugarsquos Applewood Dixie and Etobicoke SPA reviews as part of the ldquoDundas Connectsrdquo Master Plan TRCA brings innovative modelling techniques to inform development and risk assessment urban design emergency response planning and flood remediation opportunities for these flood vulnerable areas

bull In partnership with the Seaton Landownersrsquo Group and the City of Pickering TRCA devised an agreement for Watershed Monitoring and Management tied to draft plan approvals and the ongoing construction build out of several new communities housing 70000 new residents This $17 million program obtained through OMB settlement will assist in refining new approaches to low impact design within these innovative development plans and assessing the success of natural heritage and water management protection and adaption through construction and beyond

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 15: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

PLANNING amp DEVELOPMENT REVIEW

25 TRCA planners engineers and ecology staff continue to support the development review studies associated with 25 new growth communities addressing innovations in flood control water balance natural heritage system protection and restoration requirements on a site specific basis

51 Ontario Municipal Board hearings that TRCA planners attended in 2015 to defend provincial interests and provide technical environmental support to municipalities across the jurisdiction

500 trees in the Humber watershed were planted as part of mitigation measures in the upgrade of watercourse crossings for the completion of Metrolinxrsquos Union-Pearson Express Rail Line

154 applications have received concept advisory assistance to realize their development aspirations on their properties in addition to our solicitor-realty inquiry service that

2 awards were received for The Living City Policies - an OPPI Award of ldquoPlanning Excellencerdquo in the category of community planning and development and OALA conferred its annual award on the document for ldquoService to the Environment

2000 planning and permit applications were received by TRCA ndash a record-high number

addressed 1000 responses this year

15

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 16: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

16 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull Through the lens of Nature Accessibility for Health and

Well-being two new innovative programs were developed and piloted The Seniorsrsquo Outreach program and Explore Claireville Walking Series helped connect those people to connect with our natural world who might normally not be able to do so

bull PAIE (Professional Access Into Employment) adopted new and innovative training strategies converting approximately 50 hours of in-class training into 15 e-learning modules to make it more accessible to program participants on an on-going basis

bull In 2015 The Authority Board approved the Community Learning and Engagement Model which will create a long-term strategy designed to integrate learning and engagement activities across the life span of our community members

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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44

23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 17: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

EDUCATION amp OUTREACH

3072 students participated in TRCArsquos Integrated Learning Programs that combine in-class sessions with an overnight trip to one of Ontariorsquos leading outdoor education centres

14 STEP water training events took place in 2015 including the TRIECA conference in-class and field training A total of 2340 people took part in these sessions

111 seniors in retirement or nursing homes took part in 10 specialized workshops that helped them reconnect with nature

8800 participants took in 280 presentations on environmental topics in English as a Second Language (ESL) and Language Instruction for Newcomer (LINC) classes in 2015

123 educators engaged in Monarch Teachersrsquo Network of Canadarsquos two-day workshops facilitated by TRCA to learn how to incorporate this magical program on Monarch butterflies and habitat creation in their own classrooms

140 people took part in the Explore Claireville Walking Series

82 per cent of the participants who were successful in accessing employment opportunities in their field through the PAIE program

121 classes from across Ontario participated in TRCArsquos unique Integrated Learning Programs

400 educators participated in the nature-based early learning workshops

17

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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44

23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 18: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

18

Innovative Insights bull TRCA and Ontario Climate Consortium (OCC) developed a methodology

to evaluate system vulnerabilities at the watershed scale within the urban context Through the existence of partnerships access to academic and agency expertise and international interest in applying climate data across the Great Lakes region three vulnerability assessments were made and a climate trends report for Peel Region was produced The OCCrsquos unique collaborative network of leading Ontario universities and practitioners focuses on advancing climate adaptation practice informing future land use policy delivering the largest synthesis of regional climate science and mobilizing knowledge

bull Bayview Glen SNAP Glencrest Park Revitalization takes an outdated 1970s park and materializes residentsrsquo dreams for the area while in the process putting in place environmental and stormwater protections It shows how traditional flood remediation can incorporate a historically piped creek with a system of raingardens that will add long term beauty and ecological function It will engage and inspire local residents to take action to conserve their water and undertake home retrofits to look after their community

bull Through an innovative business partnership with Enerlife Consulting the Community Transformation team has developed a new approach to identifying energy cost savings in buildings Conservation potential has been positioned as the new normal for how sectors will look at energy performance in buildings

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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44

23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 19: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES

350987 lbs of delicious and nutritious produce were grown at TRCArsquos four urban farms ndash McVean Farm in Brampton the Albion Hills Community Farm in Caledon the Black Creek Community Farm in Toronto and The Living City Farm in Vaughan

69 rain barrels were donated to community residents as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos Harvest the Rain program to encourage the collection of rainwater

4180 tonnes of ash trees infected by the Emerald Ash Borer were recovered through the Materials Exchange pilots with the City of Toronto Markham and Richmond Hill repurposed for furniture decorative pieces construction and school woodworking programs

151 households were selected to upgrade to energy efficient appliances low-flow toilets and energy efficient windows as part of a home retrofit through County Cout SNAPrsquos Green Home Program

63 plots in an allotment garden with raised beds a tool shed and a composting facility were constructed for residents to grow their own produce as part of Black Creek SNAPrsquos San Romanoway Revival Project

250 studies were reviewed to inform the assessment of the state of climate science in the Great Lakes Basin

2015 TRCA waste diversion was 43 Wersquore well on our way to meeting our 2018 goal of 80 waste diversion

19

20 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

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RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

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PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

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R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

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Innovative Insights bull By generating and sharing ideas members of standing

committees exploratory working groups and outcomes-based working groups are strengthening TRCArsquos culture of collaboration and supporting TRCA senior level leadership on future strategic directions The five standing committees of the Staff Collab initiative are Budget Committee Government Relations Data and Digital Technology Asset Management and Innovation

bull When constructed TRCArsquos new head officersquos mechanical design will be heated and cooled through a combination of air source heat pumps and a geo-exchange system Hot and cool air will be distributed through the building via variable speed drives for fans and pumps and an under floor air delivery system Roof-mounted photo voltaic (PV) panels could provide up to five per cent of the total energy load A green roof system will be featured as well as rainwater harvesting on-site use for toilets and irrigation

bull The Restoration Opportunities Program (ROP) database application tracks potential restoration projects and completed projects in the context of TRCA environmental data It provides spatial mapping to visualize opportunities and project locations using GIS mapping technology in a browser based tool

bull Toronto - A City of Rivers an in-depth and interactive ESRI Story Map was created to tell the story of Hurricane Hazel and TRCArsquos efforts to prevent and mitigate flooding The technology provides more detailed accurate dynamic visuals of surface elevation model

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

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780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

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2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

Page 21: INNOVATION - Amazon Web Services · Innovation has always been a key component of how TRCA goes about its business. The desire to protect and preserve our natural world is a sentiment

TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

CORPORATE SERVICES

In 2015 The Centralized Planning and Reporting (CPR) database was completed This application is a very significant database corporately as it will house track and report on almost all TRCA activities deliverables and be used to measure our success

61189 ft2

of leased space at 101 Exchange Ave in Vaughan went through a major office redesign to accommodate the relocation of 320 TRCA staff representing five divisions previously located in five different office locations

780 individual GIS request tickets submitted by staff from across the TRCA

$70000 in capital costs were saved when TRCA migrated from the Nortel Networks telephone system to a new Mitel VOIP communication system This Softphone eliminates the purchase of desk phones and allows for interoffice staff mobility

2051 ha of vegetation communities were digitized by the TRCA GIS team 6825 flora species and 4089 fauna species were captured scored and ranked 5 Terrestrial Biological Inventory and Assessment reports were produced

21

100000 sq ft is the proposed size of the new TRCA headquarters to be constructed at 5 Shoreham Drive DTAH was hired for schematic design and construction cost estimate

120 TRCA employees are taking part in the newly created Cross Divisional Staff Collaboration

22 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY2015 ANNUAL REPORT

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

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44

23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

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23 TORONTO AND REGION CONSERVATION AUTHORITY 2015 ANNUAL REPORT

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority Member Municipalities and Members 2015

TOWN OF MONO amp TOWNSHIP OF ADJALA-TOSORONTIO G Mason

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF YORK D Barrow M Di Biase (Vice Chair) J Heath L Pabst G Rosati

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF DURHAM K Ashe (Nov - Dec)

J Ballinger C Jordan J OrsquoConnell (Jan - Nov) G L OrsquoConnor (Chair) (Jan)

THE REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY OF PEEL C Fonseca J Innis M Mahoney J Sprovieri J Tovey

CITY OF TORONTO P Ainslie M Augimeri (Chair) B Cachola (Jan - July) R Chopowick (Jan - July) V Crisanti G De Baeremaeker J Di Ciano J Drake (July - Dec)

R Ford

R Hoinkes (July - Dec)

M Kelleher (July - Dec)

M Khan (Jan - July)

G Mammoliti M Mattos J McKelvie (July - Dec)

R Moeser A Perruzza C Thorburn (Jan - July)

Executive Committee Members (partial or full year)

Partial Year

DIRECTOR WATERSHED

MANAGEMENT A Freeman

WATERSHED STRATEGIES

C Sharma

PLANNING GREENSPACE AND

COMMUNICATIONS (formerly Planning and

Development)

C Woodland

RESTORATIONAND INFRASTRUCTURE (formerly Restoration

Services)

N Saccone

PARKS AND CULTURE D Edw ards

FINANCIAL OFFICER

R Sgambelluri

EDUATION TRAINING AND OUTREACH

D Gray

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERSECRETARY TREASURER

B Denney

Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca

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Toronto and Region Conservation AuthorityANNUAL REPORT

in The Living CityINNOVATION

wwwtrcaca